Direct answer:
Monday Night Football is not available on YouTube TV right now due to a
carriage dispute between Disney (which owns ESPN and ABC) and YouTube TV. As a
result, ESPN and ABC channels are blackout on YouTube TV, so MNF cannot be
streamed there. Fans can watch the game on alternative options such as ABC or
ESPN on other providers, NFL+, or other services carrying ESPN/ABC in their
market, depending on local availability and rights. Details and context:
- The dispute centers on Disney’s premium sports rights and the per-subscriber fees YouTube TV is willing to pay for access to ESPN/ABC. This has led to Disney channels being pulled from YouTube TV during the negotiation period.
- Reports indicate ESPN and ABC have remained unavailable on YouTube TV through the game broadcast, with YouTube TV stating they have not reached terms that satisfy both parties. Disney has suggested restoration efforts could occur if terms are agreed upon, but until then MNF on YouTube TV is not possible.
- Fans looking to watch MNF without YouTube TV are commonly guided to watch on ESPN/ABC through other live TV services, or via ESPN+/ABC equivalents if available, and to check NFL+ as a streaming option for NFL games. Some outlets note that the dispute has affected a broad range of Disney-owned channels beyond MNF.
What you can do now:
- Check if your current streaming service carries ESPN and ABC in your area, then tune in there for MNF.
- Consider subscribing to NFL+ or a different live TV service that includes ESPN and ABC for the game.
- Monitor official statements from Disney and YouTube TV for any updates regarding the dispute and potential restoration of Disney channels on YouTube TV.
If you’d like, specify your location and the streaming services you have, and I’ll help map out the best immediate options to watch MNF tonight.
